Vehicles in Florida

If you have a vehicle you're bringing into Florida from out of state, you'll need to have it registered with the Florida
Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) and obtain relevant license plates.

FL Vehicle Registration

In the state of Florida, your vehicle is required to be registered within
30 days of when you either:

Special Vehicle Registration

Car Insurance in Florida

The FL DHSMV requires you to have valid car insurance before you can register your car. To learn your new state's minimum requirements and get the best value for your personal needs, please refer to our page on
Car Insurance in Florida.

Vehicle inspections in Florida

The State of Florida abolished their previous auto emissions test for all vehicles. They do, however, offer some incentives for eco-friendly driving. You can find additional information about this topic on our page detailing
Car Inspections in Florida.

FL Driver's Licenses and ID Cards

Once you've moved, you must obtain a Florida driver's license within
10 days of becoming a resident. If you fail to drive with a valid Florida driver's license after this time, you could risk receiving a fine if you're pulled over by law enforcement.

Adult Florida Driver's License

If you have a valid out-of-state driver's license, you will usually be able to easily convert it over to a Florida license.

Teen Drivers

If you have an out-of-state learner's permit, you may be eligible to transfer it for a FL learner's license.

Florida Identification Cards

If you're new to Florida but don't drive and just need to obtain an ID card, you can find the information you need on our
Florida Identification Cards page.

Voter Registration in Florida

If you've just moved to Florida and wish to vote in the next election, you will need to re-register within the state. Your out-of-state voter registration does not automatically transfer to Florida when you move. Refer to our FL
Voter Registration page.

Find Your Local Florida DMV

Florida DHSMV offices are abundant throughout the state. If you're unsure of where your closest branch is, you can find it by using our handy
DMV Office Finder. You may also find some other helpful information using these following resources: